Dexta -60 project

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Re: Dexta -60 project

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I suspect that the reason that the glow plugs are failing is due to the fact that the tips are in the spray/flame path of the injectors!

In this instance the plugs are nearly at right angles to the injector, whereas in engines which are designed to be fitted with glow plugs the angle between the plugs and the injectors is smaller and one can assume that the tips are not directly in the spray path.

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Re: Dexta -60 project

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A little update
had time to investigate the system today. The glowplugs are perfectly ok. The only reason they didn't work was a bad connection due to rust on syl no. 3 were the cable comes in. The plugs have been in there for 4 years now, so the conclusion is that they survive this very well :clap: :clap: :beer:
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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:D :) :P :lol: :clap:
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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Good to know that this system works :D
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Agriline parts arrived and a little progress with the engine :) Oil pump didn't need any mods..

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Rest of the tractor moved inside and washed properly. Today I will fit the engine and front axle back :)

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Re: Dexta -60 project

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im interested how you are going to do the peddle throttle :D
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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It will come on time :D

Todays assembly:

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New bush:
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Next will be the paint 8)
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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You are really putting some work into that thing. Going to be better than new when your done :thumbs:
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At least i will try my best :)
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Little bit painting..

2K epoxy primer
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Final paint
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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Excellent work, and you're getting on fast.... :clap:
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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I just noticed your front wheels and I'm wondering if they are original? :scratchhead:
I don't recall seeing split rims on one of these tractors before.
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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No they are not original. They are some previous owner's installation.. Somebody said in the Finnish forum that they are from horse powered trailer :D

I found original wheels but they are still missing tires..

Next I have to start to assemble the electronics. New wiring harness will need some mods because of new alternator..
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Assembly
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Main switch
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Fuel tap overhauled
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Oil pressure gauge
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Test run :beer:
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Is this an earth isolation switch?
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Yes it is :)
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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Superb work you've done on your tractor. :clap:

I see you still have plenty of snow!
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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Thanks :)

Yes, plenty of snow and it's raining more all the time.. And of course Dexta is not ready for work yet :?
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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I am really enjoying this build up and restore. I know how much effort you putting into this project and your rewards will be plenty. I also appreciate all the photos you are posting. Its a pain sometimes to remember to not only take the pics, but upload and resize ect.... Well done and thank you so much.... Your pics will help others when their Dextas get their turn at becoming new again.... :clap: :clap: :lol:

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Re: Dexta -60 project

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Thanks :) When I start a project I like to take lots of pics, because one picture tells more than 1000 words :D Especially pics taken while disassembly are useful when you are putting all back together.
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Little bit more test drive :D Now I have to go to work trip for about 2-3 weeks so this project won't make any progress :?

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Re: Dexta -60 project

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Work trip delayed a bit, so I had a time to paint rest of the parts

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Throttle pedal version 1. Not beautiful, but works :lol:

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Throttle off
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Little progress again :)

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Did already some snow clearing :lol:
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Re: Dexta -60 project

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What is the bracket under the PTO?
Great work! :clap:
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